Google Pixel 9 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $799 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 50/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4700); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 1,561,427); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the stronger camera (159 vs 143); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 by 34 points (84/100 vs 50/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Performance 25
Display 100
Camera 75
Battery 33
Design 52
Value for money 55
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 87
Battery 82
Design 26
Value for money 41
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
  • Lighter: 198g vs 219g
  • Cheaper: $799 vs $999

  • Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 26/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 1561427
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1850
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4900
  • Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
  • Higher refresh rate: 2160Hz vs 120Hz
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 75/100)
  • Longer battery life (82/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 34 points higher (84/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 33/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (92/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (87/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (82/100 vs 33/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (52/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Google Pixel 9: The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max: The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
Processor Google Tensor G4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 1561427 3998145
Geekbench Single 1850 3640
Geekbench Multi 4900 11033
Display 6.3" Actua OLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2424x1080 1200x2608
Refresh rate 120 Hz 2160 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 7500 mAh
Charging 27W 100W
Wireless charging 15W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 143 159
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 10 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14 Android 16, HyperOS 3
Brightness (peak) 2700 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm
Weight 198 g 219 g
Price $799 $999
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 10MP
75
camera
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
  • 6.3" Actua OLED
  • Resolution: 2424x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2608
  • Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 15W
33
battery
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
  • 7500 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
82
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 9 and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 9 Google Tensor G4
50/100
1561427 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
84/100 +60.9%
3998145 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Google Pixel 9 by 60.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9
$799
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
$999

Price difference: $200. Google Pixel 9 is cheaper by $200.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (92/100 vs 25/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (87/100 vs 75/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (82/100 vs 33/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (52/100 vs 26/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 by 34 points (84/100 vs 50/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 84/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 75/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (92/100 vs 25/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.